Origin
Mansfield, OH
Late night in Mansfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield, OH to Dublin, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
62.1 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mansfield, OH
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Dublin, OH
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Trip Overview
Mansfield, OH to Dublin, OH is 62.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 14 minutes via I 71, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. It's a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on interstate highways, so expect consistent travel speeds. This route is best suited for those looking for efficiency and a quick transition between these two Ohio locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 48.6 mi | 52m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| West Dublin Granville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dublin Center Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Bridge Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sawmill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South High Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 48.6 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield, OH and Dublin, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 169
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
3
Merge onto I 71
49 mi
·
52 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 119B
Toward I 270 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 270
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 20
Toward Sawmill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Sawmill Road South
Use the left / right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto CR 70
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Sawmill Road
9
Turn right onto Dublin Center Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dublin Center Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto SR 161
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Dublin Granville Road
Use the right lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto US 33; SR 161
215 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Bridge Street
12
Continue on US 33; SR 161
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Bridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn left onto South High Street
170 ft
·
7 sec
·
South High Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right
109 ft
·
9 sec
15
Turn right
48 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Mansfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 4.6 and 62.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 169
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
7
53.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 270 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 119B
Toward I 270 West
7
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward Sawmill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20
Toward Sawmill Road
8
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Sawmill Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward Sawmill Road South
7
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
South High Street
Turn left onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.64 one way
$19.28 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.70 | $21.39 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.00 | $24.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Dublin, OH
Late night in Dublin on Tuesday
Local time
4:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 87% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 71 and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 48.6 miles on I 71. The profile suggests a highway-centric experience, meaning you're likely to encounter minimal slowdowns outside of urban areas. As you approach Dublin, the route incorporates local roads like South Main Street, offering a slight change in scenery and speed before you reach your destination.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.6 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Jack Nicklaus Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 53.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Mansfield, OH
Full guide →Mansfield is a city in Richland County. It is known as the Carousel Capital of Ohio, Danger City, and The Fun Center of Ohio, and also as the filming location for Shawshank Redemption.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 62.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.6 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Dublin, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 53.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dublin, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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